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In Arts and Humanities, Medicine, and Science and Engineering

Choosing Sorbonne University means joining a world-renowned higher education and research institution. By joining our community of 55,000 students and 360,000 alumni worldwide, you'll be giving your all to a rigorous academic program and receiving the best in multidisciplinary teaching. 

Information for International Students

Are you a current or prospective international student? 

Whether studying on exchange or seeking a full degree at Sorbonne University, access essential contact information, resources for learning French and a glimpse into student life. 

Research and Innovation

Sorbonne University promotes excellence at the core of each of its disciplines and develops numerous interdisciplinary programs capable of meeting the major challenges of the 21st century.

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Participate in the great adventure of learning, succeed in high-level studies and prepare to create the future.

Parismus is the international student association of Sorbonne University

Parismus

Parismus is the international student association of Sorbonne University.

Bringing together 10 institutions that offer studies in literature, medicine, science, engineering, technology and management, our alliance fosters a global approach to teaching and research, promoting access to knowledge for all.

Alliance 4EU+

The 4EU+ Alliance

In a changing world, Sorbonne University has joined forces with six universities: Charles University in Prague, the University of Warsaw, Heidelberg University, the University of Milan, the University of Geneva and the University of Copenhagen to create the 4EU+ Alliance.

With an innovative model of the European university, seven large research-intensive universities are working together to respond to the educational and research challenges facing Europe today.

Les Alliances de Sorbonne Université

French as a foreign language (FLE) programmes

Adapted to all levels, French as a Foreign Language (FLE) programmes offered by the Office of foreign languages (SIAL) provide internationally recognised certifications. These programmes are intended for individuals, students and professionals wishing to improve their French language skills.

French as a foreign language (FLE) programmes

French as Foreign Language (FLE) programmes are open to all, whether you are a student at Sorbonne University or at another university in France or abroad, a working professional, or a jobseeker.
Within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, the Office of Foreign Languages (SIAL) organises all the French as a Foreign Language (FLE) programmes, comprised of :

  • intensive short courses
  • semester-based courses
  • university-specific certifications
  • preparatory courses for French as a Foreign Language certifications

French as a Foreign Language (FLE) programmes range from level A1 to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and match the requirements of internationally-recognised certifications. The programmes cover many different aspects of French language learning, including culture and civilisation, but also creative writing, methodology, and grammar.
Discover the full course catalogue on the online platform of the Office of Foreign Languages (SIAL) (click on “connexion anonyme”).
For any information request, please fill out the contact form.

Discover the French as a Foreign Language (FLE) programmes

What is an intensive short course ?
These short courses aim to reinforce French language skills at a predefined level thanks to the intensive rhythm of 30 hours spread over 2 weeks.
French as a Foreign Language (FLE) intensive short courses are organised twice a year :

  • In September (before the beginning of the first semester).
  • In January (before the beginning of the second semester).
     

What intensive short courses are available ?
There are two types of intensive short courses :  
•    A French for general purposes course completed in 30 hours over 2 weeks: 3 hours a day, in the morning or the afternoon, for all levels.
•    A French for academic purposes course completed in 30 hours over 2 weeks: 3 hours a day, in the morning or the afternoon, for B2 and C1 levels.
Find more information about intensive short courses, prices, schedules and the registration process on the online platform of the Office of foreign languages (SIAL)  (click on « connexion anonyme”).

What is a semester-based course ?
Semester-based courses follow a 13-week cycle which amounts to one semester. There are courses for all levels and on a wide range of topics, from phonetics to creative writing. These courses are organised twice a year:

  • From September to December (first semester).
  • From January to May (second semester).

What semester-based courses are available ?
There are many different courses, designed for all levels. Classes are taught in person, online or both. Semester-based courses are divided into five categories:

  • Intensive French for General Purposes (Français Général Intensif – FGI).
  • French for General Purposes (Français Général – FG).
  • French for Academic Purposes (Français sur Objectifs Universitaires – FOU).
  • French for Specific Purposes (Français sur Objectifs Spécifiques – FOS).
  • French as a Second Language (Français Langue Seconde – FLS).


Find more information about semester-based courses, prices, schedules and the registration process on the online platform of the Office of foreign languages (SIAL)  (click on « connexion anonyme”).

What is a university degree of French as a foreign language ?
University degrees of French as a foreign language are open to all audiences listed above, and are especially targeted towards a professional audience, within the framework of continuing education. These certifications testify to a CEFR B2 or C1 level in French. These degrees are completed in 13 weeks (the duration of an academic semester) and require 18 hours of work each week.

They allow you to acquire essential language skills, as well as academic French skills, which will enable you to study at a French-speaking university.

Two university degrees are available :

  • An online degree programme in French as a foreign language – French for academic purposes, CEFR B2
  • An online degree programme in French as a foreign language – French for academic purposes, CEFR C1 (2 specialisations are available: sciences OR humanities and social sciences)


These degrees are distance-learning degrees and take place twice a year :

  • From September to December (first semester).
  • From January to May (second semester).


What are the registration requirements ?

  • To enrol in the B2 degree programme, you need to prove you have a CEFR B1 level. The following proofs of language proficiency are accepted: the French baccalauréat; OR an equivalent academic qualification validated by the ENIC-NARIC centre; OR a French language certification (SELFEE-Sorbonne B1 or DELF B1 only).
  • To enrol in the C1 degree programme, you need to prove you have a CEFR B2 level.The following proofs of language proficiency are accepted: the French baccalauréat ; OR an equivalent academic qualification validated by the ENIC-NARIC centre; OR a French language certification (SELFEE-Sorbonne B2 or DELF B2 only).


Find more information about university degrees of FLE, prices, schedules and the registration process on the online platform of the Office of foreign languages (SIAL)  (click on « connexion anonyme”)

What are preparatory courses for French as a Foreign Language certifications ?
These French langue courses allow you to meet the expectations of internationally-recognised certifications and to prepare for examinations.
The courses are entirely online and are organised twice a year :

  • From September to December (first semester).
  • From January to May (second semester).


Please note that the Office of foreign languages is not an examination centre. In order to register for an examination, you need to contact the Office of French language examinations for foreign students (SELFEE Sorbonne), which is in charge of French language certifications.


What preparatory courses are available ?
Depending on your level and your goals, you can register for courses offering preparation for the following French language certifications:

  • DELF B2
  • DALF C1
  • SELFEE B2
  • SELFEE C2

Find more information about preparatory courses for FLE certifications, prices, schedules and the registration process on the online platform of the Office of foreign languages (SIAL)  (click on « connexion anonyme”).

Partnerships

Since its creation, the Office of Foreign Languages (SIAL-FLE) has been working in collaboration with various international institutions and provides specific French as a Foreign Language programmes adapted to the needs of their students.

 Among others, the Office of Foreign Languages (SIAL-FLE) works with:

  • Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (UNAM)
  • Seattle University
  • Trinity College
  • The Sorbonne University Alliance: Université Technologique de Compiègne, France Education International

If you wish to collaborate with the Office of Foreign Languages (SIAL-FLE), please use their contact form and specify your pedagogical needs.

Courses

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Medicine

The Faculty of Medicine teaches the 3 cycles of medical studies: from PASS (integrated into the faculty) to the 3rd cycle including DES, DESC, DU and DIU. The lessons are given mainly on two sites: Pitié-Salpêtrière and Saint-Antoine. The faculty also provides paramedical education: speech therapy, psychomotricity and orthoptics. The Saint-Antoine site includes a midwifery school.

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One of our riches is the diversity of students and their backgrounds. Sorbonne University is committed to the success of each of its students and offers them a wide range of training as well as support adapted to their profile and their project.

Associative life

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Welcome to Sorbonne University's Faculty of Science & Engineering

A unique combination of courses and expertise

Our international study programmes are organised according to the major disciplinary areas of the faculty. They represent the graduate study programmes that are not strictly conducted in French or that could be suitable (in part) for non French-speaking students. They also reflect part of the diversity of the disciplines involved and the bi- and inter-disciplinary aspects of many of the courses we offer.

 

Research & Innovation

We rely on disciplinary skills and on interdisciplinary approaches to renew concepts, methods and research subjects and to focus on some of the crucial issues faced by our societies: transformations affecting the very construction of knowledge (data, AI), the treatment of complex objects (the environment, marine and ocean sciences, cultural heritage) or our contributions to addressing societal challenges (climate change, healthcare).

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Our campuses offer different and unique experiences to our students, visitors and staff. Resources and support services are also available to ensure an equal chance at success to all.

Campus Life

In addition to the cultural activities and events organised throughout the year by our clubs and societies, the Parismus society organises numerous events, evenings and cultural visits that will help you discover France and its parisian life.

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